Currently, Drozdoff writing jazz for small groups with no more than three horns. He is also working with Dr. Michael Stewart who arranging his small group charts for big band with trumpet solo.
Note: The cover art for “No Man Is An Island” was done by Steve Hashimoto (who also played bass on Meditation #1). Steve can be reached at hashimoto@aol.com .
Here is a current list of tunes available as lead sheets for small group:
- As a Gnome Ran
- A Waltz For Natalia
- Blueness
- Blues Waltz
- Punk’s Funk
These tunes are available as a lead sheet package of all five. They go for $25.00 in PDF format. Just go to the online store (see menu bar at top) to place an order. They are also available in hard copy format.
Here is a list of tunes arranged for full big band and trumpet solo:
As A Gnome Ran composed by Nick Drozdoff and Arranged by Dr. Mike Stewart
This is available as a PDF download for $25. Just go to the online store (see menu bar at top) to place an order. This also available in hard copy format.
COMING SOON!!!
Nick’s new CD, “Chicago Standard Time,” will be out lat 2007! Stay tuned for progress reports! This CD will feature all standards and jazz standards in unique but accessible settings by Nick Drozdoff and his crew of Chicago area sidemen.
Musical Services:
Sideman
Drozdoff is available as a sideman for both live performances and recording. Travel is not a problem, depending on mutual availability, distance, timing and funding. Recording can be done either onsite or remotely.
Remote Recording
Drozdoff owns his own Sonar/Cakewalk/PC based recording studio with drums in a booth and both acoustic and electronic piano/keyboards. If you wat to add Drozdoff’s trumpet work to your own recordings, but it isn’t practical to bring him to your studio, the recording process can be done remotely via several file sharing mechanisms. Consult with Drozdoff to work out the details and fees, as these will all be different depending on the project.
Clinics and Concerts
Drozdoff is available to perform as a soloist and give clinics for both classical and jazz based trumpet solo work. While the prices may vary depending on travel scenarios, they are all based on the idea of a net fee (after expenses) to Drozdoff of $300 for a three hour time slot. This is roughly based on the standard fees paid by the top band leader/contractors in the Chicago area for “jobbing dates” (or casuals as they are called on the east coast).
Clinical Topics:
- Understanding Brasswind Acoustics for Better Playing and Instruction
- Developing the Upper Register
- Life In The Trenches: How To Be A Professional Acoustic Musician in the 21st Century
- Crossing Over: Playing both Classical and Jazz music
- Jazz Improvisation as Spontaneous Composition
- Overcoming Fear in Performance
- How to be PROFESSIONAL Even If You Have To Have A Day Gig!
These clinical topics can be mixed and matched in any way to suit your specific needs.
Please consult with Drozdoff to work out the timing and details of your performnce/lecture needs.
Private Instruction on Trumpet
Drozdoff does accept private students. His rates are $75 per hour, with a one hour minimum for each lesson. While he is willing to take students on a weekly basis, it is compleltey acceptable to work this out as a periodic coacing event. Also, keep an eye on the online lessons page. As the dertails of the video file sharing systems get worked out, private lessons with Drozdoff can be arranged with students from around the world!
